Job Description
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Make a Difference Across Our School
Trinity Road Primary School is seeking an enthusiastic, flexible and highly effective teacher to join our dedicated team on a one-year fixed-term contract.
- This is an exciting opportunity for an excellent classroom practitioner who enjoys variety and wants to make a significant impact on pupils' learning and development. The successful candidate will primarily provide class cover to enable teachers' leadership, planning and management release time, whilst also delivering high-quality targeted support to some of our year groups with the greatest academic need.
For ambitious candidates, there may also be opportunities to gain valuable leadership experience through temporary phase leadership responsibilities during periods of maternity leave within the school.
About the Role
The successful candidate will:
- Provide high-quality teaching and learning across the primary age range.
- Cover classes during teachers' PPA time, leadership release and other planned absences.
- Work closely with leaders and teachers to deliver targeted intervention and additional teaching support for year groups requiring accelerated progress.
- Use assessment effectively to identify gaps in learning and adapt teaching accordingly.
- Build positive relationships with pupils, ensuring high expectations of behaviour and achievement.
- Contribute to the wider life of the school and support our vision for continuous improvement.
- Potentially undertake temporary phase leadership responsibilities, providing an excellent opportunity to develop leadership skills and experience.
What We Are Looking For
We are seeking someone who:
- Is a qualified teacher with a strong understanding of effective primary teaching and learning.
- Has high expectations for all pupils and a commitment to securing excellent outcomes.
- Is adaptable, organised and able to work successfully across different year groups.
- Has experience of supporting pupils who require additional academic support.
- Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Works collaboratively as part of a team and contributes positively to school improvement.
- Has leadership aspirations and would welcome opportunities to develop their leadership expertise.
We Can Offer
- A welcoming and supportive team committed to making a difference for every child.
- Enthusiastic and engaging pupils.
- High-quality professional development and coaching.
- The opportunity to work across a range of year groups and develop a broad understanding of primary education.
- Valuable leadership development opportunities, including potential experience of phase leadership.
- The chance to play a key role in improving outcomes for pupils who need it most.
About Trinity Road Primary School
Trinity Road Primary School is a vibrant and inclusive two-form entry school serving a diverse community. We are on an ambitious improvement journey and are committed to providing an exceptional education for every child. We are looking for colleagues who share our determination to ensure all pupils achieve their potential.
Safeguarding
Trinity Road Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
Closing Date: 3rd July
Interview Date:Week commencing 6th July
Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged.